Registered Respiratory Therapist

Willis Knighton Health; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The role offers orientation with preceptors and NICU/PICU rotation through ICU, ED, and transport team.

LA licensure with NBRC credential and BLS are required. Experience in PICU/NICU is preferred; relocation is not specified. This is a day shift for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• LA licensure with NBRC credential and BLS required.
• Experience in PICU/NICU preferred; orientation provided.
• Eligible for hospital-wide orientation on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy across NICU, PICU, adult ICU, ED.
• Participate on the transport team.
• Complete orientation and preceptor-led training.

Skills

PICU experience

NICU experience

Respiratory therapy

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential

Louisiana licensure

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

WK South

• Respiratory Therapy
• Respiratory-Oxygen & Treatment
  

Shreveport, LA
Allied Health
Full-Time, Day, 0700-1900
Posted 08/06/2026
Req # 10633
Willis Knighton Health offers a multitude of experiences for respiratory therapists. We are currently seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist, preferably with PICU and Level III NICU experience. Newly hired respiratory therapists receive a 4–6 week orientation, with preceptors. An additional 4–6 week (approx.) NICU/PICU orientation will follow your general orientation period. Respiratory therapists trained to work in NICU and PICU also rotate through the adult ICU, floors, ED, and participate on the transport team. We welcome experienced and new graduates. Licensure from the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, current NBRC Credential, and BLS are required for employment. The individual chosen for this position will be required to attend a hospital-wide orientation upon hire date.